Good price for used Rancilio Silvia?

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sarends
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#1: Post by sarends »

I'm looking for a starter espresso machine for my son for his birthday. I've come across a Rancilio Silvia with added PID on CL for $400.00

How does this sound? I have never used a Silvia.

He'll be using with my Baratza Forte AP.

Thanks!

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PhotoMax
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#2: Post by PhotoMax »

I think that is what I paid for a used PID Silvia about five years ago. Overall I was very happy with that purchase. I have just recently upgraded to a Lucca M58 machine and plan on buying a new grinder.

I was thinking about asking $500 on Cl for my used PID Silvia and Rancilio Rocky grinder if that helps with your evaluation?

[edit] Silvias have been around for a while. The newer style has a nicer looking trap grill, etc. My model is the older first generation one...[\edit]